1958 Austin A135 vs. 2008 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 50 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 32 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici 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, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2008 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A135 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
