1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 490 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
