1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire 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 1,606 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 65 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alpine A 110 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 110 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2110 mm |
