1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 925 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 69 L |
