1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1983 Datsun 280
To start off, 1983 Datsun 280 is newer by 28 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, 1983 Datsun 280 (180 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Datsun 280 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 750 kg more than 1983 Datsun 280.
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, 1983 Datsun 280 (275 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm). This means 1983 Datsun 280 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 | 1983 Datsun 280 | |
| Make | Austin | Datsun |
| Model | A 135 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2330 mm |
