1950 Austin A135 vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A135 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
