1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1973 Honda Life is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Life |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| 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 | 30 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 | 576 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
