1958 Austin A135 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 54 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Because 1958 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A135 | Quest |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2063 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |