1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 1973 Audi Fox is newer by 2 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi Fox weights approximately 277 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1971 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
