1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 55 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano, 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 135 | Murano |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2824 mm |