1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 24 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 880 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, 1994 Audi A6, 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, 1994 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 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 | 1994 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | A 110 | A6 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |