1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1964 Alpine A 110 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 545 kg more than 1964 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:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 110 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2630 mm |
