1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 41 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 @ 7200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 527 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
