1958 Austin A135 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 759 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A135 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1321 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 |
