1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1011 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 1972 AMC Ambassador 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. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | Alpine | AMC |
| Model | A 110 | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3110 mm |
