1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
