1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 31 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 215 kg more than 1968 Alpine A 110.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1968 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1968 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alpine A 110 | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 110 | Life |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 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 | Automatic |
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 |