1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 380 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 110 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |