1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 333 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 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Alpine | TVR |
Model | A 110 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |