1957 Austin A135 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 698 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1957 Austin A135 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 1957 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A135 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
