1958 Austin A135 vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Rageous is newer by 41 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 Austin A135. 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, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1999 Pontiac Rageous | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A135 | Rageous |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2970 mm |
