1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135. 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 135 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3629 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |
