1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 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 | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2835 mm |
