1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1983 TVR Tasmin is newer by 12 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster 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, 1983 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin 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 | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | A 110 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 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 | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2390 mm |
