1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 49 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada 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 1090 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 135 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 106 L |
