1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 135 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2720 mm |
