1959 Austin 7 vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 1959 Austin 7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 7 | A135 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3030 mm |
