1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 719 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
