1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 53 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 463 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2012 Nissan Maxima, 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 Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 135 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1959 | 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 | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |