1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 335 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 110 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 48 L |