1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 14 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra 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 | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
