1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1997 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1997 Fiat Scudo is newer by 27 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 405 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, 1997 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1997 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Scudo 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 | 1997 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
