1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1986 Ford Laser
To start off, 1986 Ford Laser is newer by 16 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. Both 1970 Alpine A 110 and 1986 Ford Laser are equipped with a 1,296 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Ford Laser. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Laser weights approximately 170 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, 1986 Ford Laser, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1986 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
