1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 38 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 340 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1971 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1971 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 110 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
