1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 52 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 287 kg more than 1953 Austin A 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 135 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3310 mm |
