1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 135 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |