1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 28 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 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 715 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 164 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
