1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 43 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 90 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 135 | Equus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |