1957 Austin A135 vs. 1959 Austin 7
To start off, 1959 Austin 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1959 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A135 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2040 mm |
