1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Passat 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. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 310 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1982 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |
