1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 39 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 915 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, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max 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 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2788 mm |
