1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 116 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A 610 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
