1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1963 Austin A 90
To start off, 1963 Austin A 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alpine A 106 | 1963 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Alpine | Austin |
Model | A 106 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 34 L |