1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 25 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 135 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |
