1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 44 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 145 | A135 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 34 L |
