1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 40 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 2011 Hyundai Equus 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. 2011 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Alpine | Hyundai |
| Model | A 110 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 77 L |
