1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 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 37 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Festiva weights approximately 50 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, 1988 Ford Festiva, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2300 mm |
