1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1983 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1045 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. 1983 Avanti Avanti 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. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1983 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Alpine | Avanti |
| Model | A 110 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
