1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1976 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1976 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1976 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | Alfasud | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
