1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 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 1 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 435 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 110 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2530 mm |
