1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 Alpine A 110.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Life |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2370 mm |
