1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 30 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice 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 455 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 135 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2950 mm |
