1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 34 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 110 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 171 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 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotus |
| Model | A 110 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 32 L |
