1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 26 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 589 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
