1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 420 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, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio 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 | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 110 | Palio |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |