1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 593 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 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra 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 | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 110 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
