1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 11 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 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 135 | Record |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
