1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 760 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 110 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
