1958 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 47 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A135 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |
