1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1972 TVR 1600 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 1,606 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 43 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600.
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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | A 110 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.6 mm |
| 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 | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2290 mm |
