1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 457 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 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram 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 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 135 | Ram |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 129 L |