1957 Austin A135 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 55 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2012 Nissan Navara.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2012 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A135 | Navara |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |