1957 Austin A135 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 49 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 602 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1957 Austin A135 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 1957 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A135 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
