1958 Austin A135 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 16 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 52 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A135 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |
