1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1967 Alpine A 110 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 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:
| 1967 Alpine A 110 | 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
