1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Austin | Willys-Overland |
| Model | A 135 | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2110 mm |
