1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Ballade weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Alpine A 110 (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2330 mm |
