1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 37 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 615 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | A 135 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |