1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 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 44 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 135 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
