1958 Austin A135 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 43 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1136 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A135 | Pod |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |