1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 57 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 2012 Audi Q3 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. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 135 | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
