1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 43 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 442 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 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 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 110 | 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |