1978 Alpine A 442 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 442 would be higher. At 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 442. (484 HP @ 9900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 442. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alpine A 442. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 442 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
| Model | A 442 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2745 mm |
