2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 50 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Spider | A 135 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 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 | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 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 | 69 L | 34 L |