1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1967 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1967 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 8 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 91 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1967 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Jeep CJ5 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1967 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | A 135 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2060 mm |