1958 Austin A135 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 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 36 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 729 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Golf (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A135 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
