1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1950 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1970 Alpine A 110 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,131 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
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1970 Alpine A 110 | 1950 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 110 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1970 | 1950 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |