1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Alpine A 110 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 277 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 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| 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 | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
