1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 36 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 732 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 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotus |
| Model | A 110 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2430 mm |
