1957 Austin A135 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 52 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A135 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
