1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 54 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 669 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1953 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 135 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2760 mm |
