1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1966 Simca 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1300 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1300 weights approximately 415 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 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 110 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
