1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1949 Austin A 110
To start off, 1957 Alpine A 106 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1949 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 106 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 34 L |
