1986 AC Ace vs. 1955 Austin A 135
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace 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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1955 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3360 mm |
