1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 44 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 940 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alpine A 110 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 110 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
