1950 Austin A135 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 52 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX 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 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A135 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
