1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 33 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 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1628 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 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2009 Audi Q7 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. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 4132 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
