1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 46 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 310 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 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 135 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
