1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Because 1970 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alpine A 110 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Alpine | Lancia |
Model | A 110 | Beta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |