1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 131 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 131 weights approximately 450 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
