1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1959 Austin A 135 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1938 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:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A 135 | 6C |
Year Released | 1959 | 1938 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 77 L |