1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1963 Alpine A 110 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 515 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 | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
