1950 Austin A135 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Because 1950 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A135 | Venza |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |