1958 Austin A135 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2006 Ford F-250.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A135 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 144 L |