1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alpine | Austin |
Model | V6 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |