1958 Austin A135 vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 29 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 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1987 Ford Fairlane. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A135 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2950 mm |