1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 1992 Lancia Hyena is newer by 33 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, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena 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 932 kg more than 1992 Lancia Hyena.
Because 1992 Lancia Hyena 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, 1992 Lancia Hyena 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Hyena. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Hyena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 135 | Hyena |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| 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 | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
