1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Rover |
| Model | A 110 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
