1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 1970 Fiat 124
To start off, 1970 Fiat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 Alpine A 110. 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:
| 1968 Alpine A 110 | 1970 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2430 mm |
