1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 1956 Chrysler C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 1956 Chrysler C | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 135 | C |
Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3210 mm |