1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1973 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1973 Alpine A 110 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 110 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 110.
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:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1973 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | 1900 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
