1958 Austin A135 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 38 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 103 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A135 | Today |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |