1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1977 Volvo 164
To start off, 1977 Volvo 164 is newer by 22 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135.
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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1977 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 135 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3350 mm |
