1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 56 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 100 kg more than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 135 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
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 | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3030 mm |