1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 566 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1977 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1977 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 110 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
