1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 22 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 600 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 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotus |
| Model | A 110 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2440 mm |
