1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 1961 Austin A 60 is newer by 2 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) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 60 | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 60 | A 135 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |