1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 34 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
