1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1949 Austin A 70
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 108 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1949 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 108 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |
