2006 Acura RSX vs. 1976 Alpine A 110
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 30 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 544 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Acura RSX, 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1976 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpine |
| Model | RSX | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
