1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Toyota Celica 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Celica weights approximately 460 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 Toyota Celica, 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 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
