1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, 1984 Renault 4 is newer by 19 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. Both 1965 Alpine A 110 and 1984 Renault 4 are equipped with a 956 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110.
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, 1984 Renault 4, 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 | 1984 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
