1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 635 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
