1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (343 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 135 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |
