1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z 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 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 99 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 1999 Honda Z 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. 1999 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 135 | Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |