1958 Austin A135 vs. 1990 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1990 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A135 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
