1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Toyota Soarer is newer by 43 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer 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 350 kg more than 2002 Toyota Soarer.
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, 2002 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2002 Toyota Soarer 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. 2002 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 135 | Soarer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |