1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2560 mm |
