1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 190 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, 1973 Honda 145, 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) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2260 mm |
