1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 790 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
