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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 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 256 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.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 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. 2010 Dodge Ram 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. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
