1958 Austin A135 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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 Freestyle, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A135 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
