1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 50 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 371 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 135 | Passat |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |