1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 weights approximately 240 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, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (145 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 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 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | PV 544 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| 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 | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
