1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 38 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 425 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 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Morgan |
| Model | A 110 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2530 mm |
