1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 706 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
