1958 Austin A135 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 51 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, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 1114 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A135 | Escape |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |