1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire 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 570 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire 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 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 135 | Crossfire |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |