1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1948 Austin A 70
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 70 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
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:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1948 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 310 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
