1957 Austin A135 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 43 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 30 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A135 | Korando |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |