1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, both 1970 Alpine A 110 and 1970 Innocenti J4 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,097 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Innocenti |
| Model | A 110 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2380 mm |
