2005 Audi A4 vs. 1955 Austin A 135
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1955 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3360 mm |
