1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1987 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1987 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Corsa weights approximately 195 kg more than 1964 Alpine A 110.
Because 1964 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 1987 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
