1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 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 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1971 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto 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 | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 49 L |
