1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 is newer by 25 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 18 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 117 weights approximately 370 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, 2002 Lada 117, 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, 2002 Lada 117 (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 117 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 | 2002 Lada 117 | |
| Make | Alpine | Lada |
| Model | A 110 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
