1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Elise weights approximately 351 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 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotus |
| Model | A 110 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 44 L |
