1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 41 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 325 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 | 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 135 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2430 mm |
