1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1988 Austin Montego
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 308 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, 1988 Austin Montego, 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego 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 | 1988 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 110 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
