1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 787 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1963 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1963 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
