1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1090 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 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1970 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1970 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 110 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
