1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 53 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 135 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
