1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1974 Volvo 245 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,125 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 110 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1973 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. 1974 Volvo 245 has automatic transmission and 1973 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1973 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 245 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 110 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
