1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 20 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 685 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, 1991 Audi 100, 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, 1991 Audi 100 (264 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 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 | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
