1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 47 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 725 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2006 Toyota Highlander, 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 135 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
