1957 Austin A135 vs. 1989 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 32 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti.

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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Austin A135 1989 Avanti Avanti
Make Austin Avanti
Model A135 Avanti
Year Released 1957 1989
Engine Size 3993 cc 5002 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 308 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2080 kg 1704 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 5540 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 3400 mm


 

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