1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 22 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 50 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000. 1981 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 135 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
