1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 1976 ZIL 117 is newer by 3 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 110. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2240 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Alpine | ZIL |
| Model | A 110 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3310 mm |
