1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 40 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Bella | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
