1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 411 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 135 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3580 mm |
