1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 135 | G |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2410 mm |
