1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 52 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 600 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 135 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| 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 | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
