1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 57 kg more than 1959 Austin A 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 135 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
