1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 110 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2110 mm |
