1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 36 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 135 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |