1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1959 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1959 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 1510 mm |
