2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 59 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, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | MiTo | A135 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
