1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1970 Alpine A 110 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ginetta G12 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 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 | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ginetta |
| Model | A 110 | G12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| 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 | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
