1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 23 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 65 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1982 Jeep CJ7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 135 | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |
