1958 Austin A135 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A135 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
