1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1105 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
| Model | A 110 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
