1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1961 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1961 Volkswagen 1500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 1961 Volkswagen 1500 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 135 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2410 mm |
