1957 Austin A135 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 51 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 728 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A135 | Camry |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |