1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Europa weights approximately 37 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alpine A 110 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotus |
| Model | A 110 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
