1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 880 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega 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 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
Model | A 110 | Omega |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2740 mm |