1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1964 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1964 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:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1964 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 1300 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
