1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 75 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 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 135 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
