1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 46 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, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 1954 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 135 | Puma |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |