1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1300 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 33 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 123 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, 1970 Triumph 1300, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 110 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
