1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 48 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, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 580 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 135 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |
