1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 110 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |