1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 55 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma 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 595 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma.
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, 2008 Fiat Croma, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma. 2008 Fiat Croma 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. 2008 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 135 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
