1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 30 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 61 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. 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, 1989 Ford Escort, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 135 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2400 mm |
