1958 Austin A135 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 48 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, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Escape, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A135 | Escape |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |