1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2415 mm |
