1967 Alpine A vs. 1986 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1986 Toyota Soarer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 482 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 | 1986 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
