1957 Austin A135 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 17 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 25 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A135 | 140 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |