1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 20 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 536 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.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 1996 Opel Vectra 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 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
