1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 35 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 82 L |
