1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 110 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
