1988 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 1988 Audi 80 is newer by 29 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 76 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. 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, 1988 Audi 80, 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
