1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 Audi RS6
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 33 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1280 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 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 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 | 2003 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | RS6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |
