1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 50 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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 250 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 135 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2990 mm |