1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 40 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 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 585 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A 135 | 166 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |