1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 31 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice 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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice 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 | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
| Model | A 110 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2830 mm |
