1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1997 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Satellite 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 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 74 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Satellite, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1997 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 135 | Satellite |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2820 mm |