1957 Austin A135 vs. 1972 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1972 Dodge Challenger is newer by 15 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 39 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1972 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A135 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
