1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1953 Ferrari 553 F2
To start off, 1963 Alpine A 110 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 553 F2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1963 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:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 110 | 553 F2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2170 mm |
