1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 53 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 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 135 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3210 mm |