1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 58 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 958 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Because 1953 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 135 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2601 mm |
