1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1982 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1982 Maserati Merak is newer by 6 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 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Merak is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Merak (158 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Merak weights approximately 558 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1982 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Alpine | Maserati |
| Model | A 110 | Merak |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2610 mm |
