1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1982 Renault 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 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 36 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 9 weights approximately 120 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, 1982 Renault 9, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2490 mm |
