1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 48 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis 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 364 kg more than 2007 Renault Vel Satis.
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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 135 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |