1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1991 Toyota Lexcen 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 695 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen 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 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2740 mm |
