1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2280 mm |
