1957 Austin A135 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 12 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 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A135 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
