1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 31 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 1080 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 955 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
Model | A 110 | XJ220 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 1077 Nm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 354 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |