1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 36 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 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 1040 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 155 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2080 kg |
