1969 Alpine A vs. 1961 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1969 Alpine A is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alpine A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alpine A (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alpine A should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volkswagen 1500 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1969 Alpine A.
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 Alpine A | 1961 Volkswagen 1500 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
