1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 425 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, 2012 Renault Logan, 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, 2012 Renault Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan 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 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
