1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 42 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3157 mm |
