1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1966 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. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1966 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1966 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Alpine | Buick |
| Model | A 110 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2950 mm |
