1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 29 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, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1988 TVR Type S | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 135 | Type S |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2300 mm |