1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1979 Volvo 164
To start off, 1979 Volvo 164 is newer by 20 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 12 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 164.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 164. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1979 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 135 | 164 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3350 mm |