1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 53 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 18 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 135 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2760 mm |
