1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 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 32 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2003 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 135 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
