1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 47 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, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 233 kg more than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 135 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1847 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
