1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 330 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, 1989 Lancia Delta, 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 1989 Lancia Delta 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 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 110 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
