1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 26 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 700 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.
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, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
