1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1996 Audi A3
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 25 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 511 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 1996 Audi A3, 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1996 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
