1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 42 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 582 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
