1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
| Model | A 110 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
