2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Austin A135
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | A135 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
