1951 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 6C | A135 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
