1979 Audi 100 vs. 1954 Austin A 135
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100, 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1954 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 100 | A 135 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |