1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 48 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 90 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 135 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |