1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 15 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 44 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Alpine | Rover |
| Model | A 110 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
