1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1986 Holden Astra
To start off, 1986 Holden Astra 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. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Astra weights approximately 265 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 Holden Astra, 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, 1986 Holden Astra (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110. 1986 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 1970 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1970 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1986 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 110 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2420 mm |
