1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1991 Alpine A 610 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 610 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
