1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 40 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 1200 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 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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 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. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Alpine A 110 | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Alpine | Luxgen |
Model | A 110 | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1768 mm |