1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 59 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 135 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2613 mm |
