1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 715 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, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
