1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Lada 110
To start off, 2001 Lada 110 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada 110 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 1976 Alpine A 310 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 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada 110, 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 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Alpine | Lada |
| Model | A 310 | 110 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
