1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1973 Autobianchi A 112
To start off, 1973 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 20 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 71 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1502 kg more than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 135 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 1953 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Autobianchi A 112, 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 1973 Autobianchi A 112 | |
| Make | Austin | Autobianchi |
| Model | A 135 | A 112 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2040 mm |
