1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 32 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 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 775 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156, 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 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 110 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
