1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 46 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 680 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 135 | S-10 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3130 mm |