1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 20 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 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 1115 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. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1964 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1964 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 1984 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alpine | Buick |
| Model | A 110 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
