1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1986 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 32 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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 825 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 will offer significantly more control. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 135 | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
