1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 32 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1099 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 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Compass 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 | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | A 110 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
