1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 310 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alpine A 310 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 310 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
