1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1983 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1983 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 750 | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
