1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 353 is newer by 7 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) has 101 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. 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, 1966 Wartburg 353, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 135 | 353 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 308 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 44 L |