1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
