1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1810 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | A 110 | Express |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |