1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 735 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
