1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 100 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy.
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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 135 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
