1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1971 Volvo 140 is newer by 12 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 69 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 135 | 140 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |