1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 135 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2580 mm |
