1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 40 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 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 945 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2.
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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 135 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2410 mm |