1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, both 1966 Alpine A 110 and 1966 Volvo 120 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alpine A 110 (95 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 120 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1966 Alpine A 110.
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:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 545 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
