1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2001 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 42 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Austin A 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon 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, 2001 GMC Yukon 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2001 GMC Yukon 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. 2001 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2001 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 135 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2950 mm |
