1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 480 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, 2005 Rover 25, 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 Rover 25 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 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 Rover 25 | |
Make | Alpine | Rover |
Model | A 110 | 25 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |