1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1982 Audi 80
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 12 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. Both 1970 Alpine A 110 and 1982 Audi 80 are equipped with a 1,296 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
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, 1982 Audi 80, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Alpine A 110 (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alpine A 110 | 1982 Audi 80 | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | A 110 | 80 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |