1960 Austin 7 vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 1960 Austin 7 is newer by 1 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | 7 | A 135 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 308 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 34 L |