1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 512 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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
