1957 Austin A135 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 50 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, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A135 | Territory |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3984 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |