1969 Alpine A vs. 1953 Austin A 70
To start off, 1969 Alpine A is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alpine A (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alpine A should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1969 Alpine A.
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:
| 1969 Alpine A | 1953 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
