1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1261 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 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 Nissan Quest, 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
