1958 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A135 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
