1957 Austin A135 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 54 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, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A135 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |