1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
