1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 20 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 735 kg more than 1970 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 110 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2740 mm |
