1950 Austin A135 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 62 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, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape.
Because 1950 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A135 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
