1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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 297 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 2012 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 135 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2815 mm |
