1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 428 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Alpine | Hyundai |
| Model | A 110 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
