1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 18 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 795 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (250 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 1994 Opel Omega 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 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2740 mm |
