1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 24 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600.
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, 1995 Rover 600, 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 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 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Alpine | Rover |
| Model | A 110 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2730 mm |
