1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 310 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 310 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
