1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 225 kg more than 1953 Austin A 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 135 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3160 mm |
