1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR3.
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, 1955 Triumph TR3 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Triumph TR3 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 | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 110 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 29 L |
