1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1982 Alpine A 310 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 546 kg more than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alpine A 310 | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Alpine | Austin-Healey |
Model | A 310 | Tickford |
Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2600 mm |