1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 37 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 840 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 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 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 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | A 110 | A4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |