1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 37 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 1035 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 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2013 BMW X1 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. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alpine A 110 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 110 | X1 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |