1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 45 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 672 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5, 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.
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1967 Alpine A 110 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 110 | T5 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 955 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |