1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 506 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
