1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 135 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
