1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 33 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 157 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
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, 2010 Ford Ka, 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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
