1958 Austin A135 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 45 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 320 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.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A135 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
