1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
