1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 20 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1250 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | G |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
