1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (196 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 110 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 36 L |
