1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 59 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 542 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 1954 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 135 | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |