1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 795 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2009 BMW 120 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 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
