1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1971 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 17 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1971 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 135 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
