1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1964 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1964 Alpine A 110 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
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:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1964 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 700 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| 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 | 570 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
