1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 56 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135.
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, 2010 Jeep Compass, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 135 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 Length | 4880 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
