1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 590 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 110 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2645 mm |
