1957 Austin A135 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A135 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |
