1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 55 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 494 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2009 Honda CR-V, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 135 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2353 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |