1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356.
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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
