1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1981 Renault 14
To start off, 1981 Renault 14 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 14 weights approximately 135 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, 1981 Renault 14, 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) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 14. (92 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1981 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 48 L |
