1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 215 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 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2480 mm |
