1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1953 Austin A 135
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1953 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 155 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2180 kg |
