1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 204 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Because 1971 Alpine A 310 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 1971 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 204, 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, 1971 Alpine A 310 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 310 | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
Model | A 310 | 204 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |