1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 22 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 408 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, 1998 Opel Astra, 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, 1998 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra 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 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
