1962 Alpine A 110 vs. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina
To start off, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina weights approximately 330 kg more than 1962 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:
| 1962 Alpine A 110 | 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Lotus Cortina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
