1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 27 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 110 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 600 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar, 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. 2000 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1973 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1973 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 110 | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | A 110 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2710 mm |
