1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 400 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, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (166 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Corsa 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 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
