1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 45 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 1002 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. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 110 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
