1962 Alpine A 110 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 19 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 565 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. 1981 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1962 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1962 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 110 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2680 mm |
