1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 1974 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Life |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
