1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 135 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |