1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1962 Ford Popular
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1962 Ford Popular. 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:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1962 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Popular |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 792 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
