1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1958 Austin A 40
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 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 213 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 653 kg more than 1958 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 1958 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alpine | Austin |
Model | A 610 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |