1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 890 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1965 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1965 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alpine A 110 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 110 | Accord |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |