1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 53 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 135 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
