1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 34 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) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Symbol weights approximately 270 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, 2010 Renault Symbol, 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, 1976 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2473 mm |
