1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 51 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 176 kg more than 1954 Austin A 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 135 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
