1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 50 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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 518 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 135 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |
