1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 57 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR 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 692 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR 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 | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 135 | HHR |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4483 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1588 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2629 mm |