1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 48 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 1353 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 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 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. 2013 Volvo X670 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. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | X670 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2815 mm |
