1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
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 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph TR6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 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, 1974 Triumph TR6 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110. 1974 Triumph TR6 has automatic transmission and 1977 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1977 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Triumph TR6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 110 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
