1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 45 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 135 | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |