1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 50 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135.
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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 135 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 95 L |
