1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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 5 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 135 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3050 mm |
