1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1986 Audi 200
To start off, 1986 Audi 200 is newer by 16 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 850 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, 1986 Audi 200, 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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 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 | 1986 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
