2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 57 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Brera | A135 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
