1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 35 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 18 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 926 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 135 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
