1958 Austin A135 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 54 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Austin A135 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A135 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |