1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 828 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 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
