1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 58 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A1, 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 135 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
