1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 40 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 502 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. 2008 Ford E-150 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. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alpine A 110 | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 132 L |
