1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alpine A 110 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotus |
| Model | A 110 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
