1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 36 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 110 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1998 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 110.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
Model | A 110 | Defender |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |