1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1977 Peugeot 304
To start off, both 1977 Alpine A 110 and 1977 Peugeot 304 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 31 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
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 Peugeot 304, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 1977 Peugeot 304 | |
Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
Model | A 110 | 304 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |