1950 Austin A135 vs. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 21 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 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A135 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |
