1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 15 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 775 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. 1980 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1965 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1965 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |
