1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 29 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 954 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.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
