1957 Austin A135 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 37 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora 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. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A135 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
