1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1963 MG MGB
To start off, 1970 Alpine A 110 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 MG MGB weights approximately 270 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1963 MG MGB | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | A 110 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2320 mm |
