1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 34 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
Model | A 110 | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1563 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |