1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 982 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 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Alpine A 110 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 110 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |