1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 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 12 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Honda 1300 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 1976 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
