1958 Austin A135 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1971 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Austin A135 1971 Toyota Corolla
Make Austin Toyota
Model A135 Corolla
Year Released 1958 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 308 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 66 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2080 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 46 L


 

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