1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1973 Alpine A 310 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A 310 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
