1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1951 Austin A 70
To start off, 1966 Alpine A 110 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 704 kg more than 1966 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:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1951 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 110 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |
