1969 Alpine A vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, both 1969 Alpine A and 1969 Opel Commodore were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Alpine A. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1969 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Commodore weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 Alpine A. 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 Alpine A | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
