1957 Austin A135 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A135 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
