1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 840 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alpine A 110 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
Model | A 110 | ATS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |