1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 45 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 22 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 135 | Escape |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |