2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1953 Austin A 135
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 53 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT 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 692 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1953 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GT | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3360 mm |
