1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 845 kg more than 1968 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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:
| 1968 Alpine A 110 | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2800 mm |
