1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 4 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 285 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 860 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 |
