1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 Audi S3
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 29 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 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 | 2000 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
