1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1991 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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 MR2 (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 110 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |