2009 Audi A5 vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, 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, 2009 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A5 | A135 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
