1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 46 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 930 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 110 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
