1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 38 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 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 580 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70.
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, 1997 Volvo S70, 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 135 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
