1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 40 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 580 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 135 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3130 mm |
