1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 190 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, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Pride Wagon 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 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 110 | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2350 mm |
