1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 780 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 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 110 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
