1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 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, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 310 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 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 | 38 L | 26 L |
