1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1967 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 815 kg more than 1971 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, 1967 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 110 | 1967 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Alpine | Maserati |
Model | A 110 | Mexico |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1563 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 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 | 635 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2650 mm |