1957 Austin A135 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 35 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A135 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
