1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 49 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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 755 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 135 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
