1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1969 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1969 Riley Kestrel is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1969 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Riley Kestrel, 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1969 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Austin | Riley |
| Model | A 135 | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 25 L |
