1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 36 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman 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 560 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 135 | Statesman |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |