1950 Austin A135 vs. 1999 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 49 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 335 kg more than 1950 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lincoln Navigator 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1999 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | A135 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
