1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 23 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 110 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 86 L |
