1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 120 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 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, 1962 Volvo 120 (144 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 1962 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
