1957 Austin A135 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 40 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 667 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A135 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |