1958 Austin A135 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 18 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A135 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
