1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 50 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 135 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |