1950 Austin A135 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 56 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 375 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 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A135 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 96 L |
