1950 Austin A135 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 40 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A135 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
