1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 110. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR 400 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | A 110 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2420 mm |
