1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1989 Audi 90
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 18 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 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 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 | 1989 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2550 mm |
