1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, both 1976 Alpine A 110 and 1976 Chrysler Centura were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 323 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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 110 | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
Model | A 110 | Centura |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |