1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,766 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1425 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 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee
Make Alpine Jeep
Model A 110 Cherokee
Year Released 1970 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 2766 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.7 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 17.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 630 kg 2055 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2110 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 70 L