1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2011 Renault Modus
To start off, 2011 Renault Modus is newer by 52 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 920 kg more than 2011 Renault Modus. 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, 2011 Renault Modus, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Modus. (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2011 Renault Modus | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 135 | Modus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 49 L |