1950 Austin A135 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 57 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 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A135 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
