1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 22 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 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1992 Renault 19 (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 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 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
