1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 23 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 44 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 135 | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |