1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 46 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1996 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | A135 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
