1950 Austin A135 vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 51 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, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A135 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3130 mm |
