1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 56 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo 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 830 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2011 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 135 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2810 mm |
