1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 801 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 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| 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 | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
