1957 Austin A135 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 56 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, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Austin A135 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A135 | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |