1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6.
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 V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Alpine | Austin |
Model | V6 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |