1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1977 Mini MK IV
To start off, both 1977 Alpine A 110 and 1977 Mini MK IV were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 61 more horse power than 1977 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Mini MK IV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 1977 Mini MK IV | |
Make | Alpine | Mini |
Model | A 110 | MK IV |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2040 mm |