1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 29 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 25 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
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, 1988 Acura Integra, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | A 135 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
