1958 Austin A135 vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 39 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A135 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 46 L |
