1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 135 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |
