1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 51 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 440 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry 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 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 135 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
