1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1967 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1967 Alpine A 110 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante weights approximately 160 kg more than 1967 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1967 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | Disco Volante | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2140 mm |
