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Alpine A110 Berlinette 1300 (L) (110 Hp)
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Alpine A110:
The Alpine A110 is a sports car produced by French automobile manufacturer Alpine from 1963 to 1977. The car was styled as a "berlinetta", which in the post-WWII era refers to a small enclosed two-door berline, better-known as a coupé. The Alpine A110 succeeded the earlier A108. The car was powered by a succession of Renault engines. A car also named Alpine A110 was introduced in 2017.
The Alpine A110 experienced a remarkable evolution in terms of power output throughout its production years. Initially, the A110 had an output of just 51 horsepower, which was adequate for a car weighing only 620 kilograms. However, by the end of the A110's production run, its power output had increased to 180 horsepower. This impressive increase in power contributed to the car's success on the rally stages of Europe. The A110's crowning achievements included 1-2-3 finishes at both the 1971 and 1973 Monte Carlo rallies, and it used Renault 16 engines at the time. In 1973, Alpine won the inaugural manufacturer's World Rally Championship, defeating competitors such as Lancia, Porsche, and Ford....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Berlinette Overview:
Alpine A110 (Berlinette). A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Alpine A110 Berlinette predates modern safety standards and Euro NCAP testing. As a vehicle from the late 1960s, it lacks contemporary safety features like airbags, ABS, or advanced crumple zones, offering minimal occupant protection by today's measures.
1300 (L) (110 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 1.3L engine, producing an impressive 110 Hp for its era, offers exhilarating performance in the lightweight Berlinette. It's a high-revving, spirited unit perfect for spirited driving and competitive use.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is secondary to performance, but the light weight of the car means it's not excessively thirsty. Expect moderate consumption typical for a performance-oriented engine of its time.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional handling and agility due to lightweight construction
- • Iconic design and strong rally heritage
- • Engaging and spirited driving experience across performance trims
- • High collector's value and historical significance
Cons:
- • Limited comfort and practicality for daily use
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Maintenance can be challenging due to age and specialized parts
- • Can be noisy and harsh on longer journeys
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Berlinette: 1966 - 1970).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Alpine |
| Model: | A110 |
| Generation: | Berlinette |
| Modification (Engine): | 1300 (L) (110 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1968 |
| End of production: | 1970 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 110 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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