1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 470 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 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF 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 MG TF | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | A 110 | TF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
