1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 14 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 414 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, 1984 Austin Montego, 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego 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 | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 110 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |
