1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 45 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 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 420 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2004 Volvo V70 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. 2004 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 135 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
