1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 45 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110.
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 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotus |
| Model | A 110 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
