1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1989 Holden Apollo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo 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, 1989 Holden Apollo, 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, 1989 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 1989 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 1971 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1971 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 110 | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Alpine | Holden |
Model | A 110 | Apollo |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2610 mm |