1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 43 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 155 | A135 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2020 kg |
