1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 365 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 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) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 135 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
