1958 Austin A135 vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1961 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 280 kg more than 1958 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A135 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3800 mm |
