1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 35 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 880 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, 2005 Infiniti I, 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, 2005 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I 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 | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
Model | A 110 | I |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |