1966 Alpine A vs. 1966 Renault 4
To start off, both 1966 Alpine A and 1966 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alpine A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alpine A (108 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Renault 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alpine A should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Renault 4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1966 Alpine A.
Because 1966 Alpine A is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Alpine A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 1966 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A | 4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
