1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1962 Toyota Crown is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 135 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
