1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1991 Opel Calibra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Calibra.
Because 1991 Opel Calibra 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, 1991 Opel Calibra 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, 1991 Opel Calibra (174 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Calibra 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 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
