1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 855 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1955 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 135 | Golf |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2580 mm |