1957 Austin A135 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 35 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, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 539 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1957 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1992 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A135 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |
