1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 49 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman 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 265 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman.
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, 2003 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135. 2003 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 135 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
