1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 163 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 | 635 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
