1958 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 823 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A135 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
