1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
