1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 1995 Caterham 21
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 27 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Caterham 21 weights approximately 73 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 | 1995 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Alpine | Caterham |
| Model | A 110 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
