1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 13 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker.
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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 135 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
