1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 18 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 65 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 135 | 124 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |