1958 Austin A135 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A135 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |