1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
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, 2008 Renault Kangoo, 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (185 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| 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 | 730 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
