1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 30 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 495 kg more 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, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Quantum 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |
