1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 23 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 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 100 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alpine | Rover |
| Model | A 110 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
