1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 1967 Austin 1300
To start off, both 1967 Alpine A 110 and 1967 Austin 1300 were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 1300 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 1300 weights approximately 283 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.
Because 1967 Alpine A 110 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 1967 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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:
1967 Alpine A 110 | 1967 Austin 1300 | |
Make | Alpine | Austin |
Model | A 110 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 955 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 36 L |