1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1710 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
| Model | A 110 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
