1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 905 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
| Model | A 110 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
