1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1964 DKW F 102
To start off, 1964 DKW F 102 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1964 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 DKW F 102, 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1964 DKW F 102 | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 135 | F 102 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 31 L |
