1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1985 Dodge 600
To start off, 1985 Dodge 600 is newer by 14 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge 600 weights approximately 570 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, 1985 Dodge 600, 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, 1985 Dodge 600 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge 600 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 | 1985 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 110 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2630 mm |
