1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Audi 80
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 385 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 80, 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1991 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 182 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
