1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1958 Austin A135
To start off, 1958 Austin A135 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1958 Austin A135 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 70 | A135 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 34 L |