1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 28 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 640 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, 1999 Ford Telstar, 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar 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 | 1999 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
