1957 Austin A135 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 264 kg more than 1957 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A135 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
