1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1992 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1992 Toyota Starlet is newer by 22 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 100 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, 1992 Toyota Starlet, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (78 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alpine A 110 | 1992 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 110 | Starlet |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2310 mm |