1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1996 Ford Contour
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster 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 Ford Contour, 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, 1996 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour 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 | 1996 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2710 mm |
