1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1976 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 110 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
