1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 153 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 Fiat Tipo, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
