1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 1969 Lamborghini Islero is newer by 16 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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (345 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | A 135 | Islero |
Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2550 mm |