1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 25 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 10 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 264 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 110 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
