1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Laser is newer by 14 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 358 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, 1990 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1990 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Laser 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 | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Alpine | Plymouth |
| Model | A 110 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2480 mm |
