1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 47 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod 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 1011 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod 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 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 135 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
