1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 44 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1924 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1215 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, 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. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 1967 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1967 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Alpine A 110 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 110 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 955 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2919 mm |