1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1947 Austin 16
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1947 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 610 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
