1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 11 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 110 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2010 mm |
