1962 Alpine A 110 vs. 1961 Fiat 600
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 110 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 600 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1962 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:
| 1962 Alpine A 110 | 1961 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
