1997 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 38 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, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 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 805 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
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, 1997 Audi A4, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
