1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 675 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2475 mm |
