1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 822 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alpine | Kia |
Model | A 110 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
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 | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |