1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 120 kg more than 1954 Austin A 135.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 135 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |