1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 16 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny 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.
Because 1965 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
