1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF 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 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 440 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, 2007 MG TF (145 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2007 MG TF 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 MG TF | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | A 110 | TF |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
