1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1952 Austin A 90
To start off, 1964 Alpine A 110 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1964 Alpine A 110. 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:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 1952 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 110 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2440 mm |
