1958 Austin A135 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 53 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2011 Toyota Venza.
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, 2011 Toyota Venza, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A135 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
