1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1963 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1963 Alpine A 110 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. 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:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1963 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpine |
| Model | A 106 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 38 L |
