1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1985 Porsche 924 is newer by 22 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 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 924 weights approximately 642 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 | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
| 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 | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
