1962 Alpine A 110 vs. 1966 Austin A 40
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 40 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 110.
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 110 | 1966 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 110 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 29 L |
