1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 54 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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 1208 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 135 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
