1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1980 Audi Sport
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 370 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 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1980 Audi Sport | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 79.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
