1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1971 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1971 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 110 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
