1957 Austin A135 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 50 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A135 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
