1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1972 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1972 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 700 | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.5 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 Weight | 560 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
