1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 32 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 460 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 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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm 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 | 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | A 110 | Prizm |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |