1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1980 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1980 Alpine A 310 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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, 1980 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1980 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpine |
| Model | A 106 | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 38 L |
