1957 Austin A135 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 56 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A135 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
