1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (136 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | B |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2699 mm |
