1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 43 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 961 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.
2007 Volvo V50 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. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
