1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 32 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 810 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 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2740 mm |
