1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 45 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z 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, 2000 Honda Z 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 2000 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 135 | Z |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2370 mm |
