1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 31 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 110 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
