1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 39 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 1 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 135 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
