1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1968 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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. 2005 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1968 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1968 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alpine A 110 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
Model | A 110 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2550 mm |