1967 Alpine A vs. 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1967 Alpine A is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 850 kg more than 1967 Alpine A. 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 | 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 4343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2930 mm |
