1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 52 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 178 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2011 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 135 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
