1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 2010 Subaru Forester 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. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 110 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
