1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 49 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, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster 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 1075 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 135 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 36 L |