1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Alpine A 110 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 110 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Kadett weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 110 | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
