1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 36 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), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1007 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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |
