1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 176 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 135 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2550 mm |
