1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1997 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1997 Dodge Caravan is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1165 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, 1997 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1997 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Caravan 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 | 1997 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 110 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2880 mm |
