1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1962 Austin A 40
To start off, 1966 Alpine A 110 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 40 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1966 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:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1962 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 110 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
