1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 27 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 776 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.
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, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6625 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
