1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 660 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Spider | A 135 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |