1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1965 MG 1100
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG 1100 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 MG 1100, 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, 1976 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1965 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | A 110 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2380 mm |
