1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1993 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1993 Renault Twingo is newer by 17 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 34 more horse power than 1993 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Twingo weights approximately 23 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, 1993 Renault Twingo, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Twingo. 1993 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1993 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
