1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 53 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 46 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. 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, 2012 Audi A1, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 135 | A1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |