1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 46 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 765 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 135 | Bora |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2520 mm |