1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1970 Honda Z is newer by 11 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 113 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 135 | Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |
