1962 Alpine A 110 vs. 1971 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 9 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 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 60 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 | 1971 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpine |
| Model | A 110 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
