1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2003 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick is newer by 50 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, 2003 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick 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 662 kg more than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Because 2003 Ford Maverick 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, 2003 Ford Maverick 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Maverick. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2003 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 135 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
