1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 54 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 619 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 135 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
