1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 48 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 550 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 135 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |