1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 456 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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic 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 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1186 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
