1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 36 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 2226 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus 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 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
