1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 21 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 876 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 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 | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
