1957 Austin A135 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A135 | A 109 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 308 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |