1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 895 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1970 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1970 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
