1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 13 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 225 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, 1990 Renault 21, 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, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
