1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 314 kg more than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 135 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2650 mm |
