1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 56 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 818 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram 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 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 135 | Ram |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3580 mm |