1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, both 1973 Alpine A 110 and 1973 Renault 5 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 110 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 110.
Because 1973 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 1973 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 5, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alpine A 110 | 1973 Renault 5 | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 110 | 5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |