1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1955 Chrysler 300
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1976 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1955 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1955 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 110 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 5425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3210 mm |
