1957 Austin A135 vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A135 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |