1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1953 Austin A 135
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 108 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1585 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 1953 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Alpine | Austin |
Model | A 108 | A 135 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3360 mm |