1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1976 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 310 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 405 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 | 1976 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpine |
| Model | A 110 | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
