1958 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 52 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A135 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
