1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2010 Lada 111
To start off, 2010 Lada 111 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 1,563 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 48 more horse power than 2010 Lada 111. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada 111 weights approximately 495 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 Lada 111, 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2010 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Alpine | Lada |
| Model | A 110 | 111 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
