1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1159 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 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110. 2013 Kia Sorento 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. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 110 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
