1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 42 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 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 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
