1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| 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 | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
