1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 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 76 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 135 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2300 mm |