1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 290 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Because 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 135 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
