1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 36 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A 610 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
