1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Alpine | Austin |
Model | A 310 | A 135 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |