1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2009 Renault Symbol 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Symbol weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
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, 2009 Renault Symbol, 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, 1970 Alpine A 110 (122 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 1970 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol. 2009 Renault Symbol 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 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 110 | Symbol |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 105 Nm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2473 mm |