1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 900 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper 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 | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 110 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
