1958 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic is newer by 52 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 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
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, 2010 Renault Trafic, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A135 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1870 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 | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
