1958 Austin A135 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 51 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 227 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 1958 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A135 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |