1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1970 Alpine A 110 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
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:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
