1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 573 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 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
