1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 562 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
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 Volkswagen GTI, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 135 | GTI |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |