1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 17 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 10 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 210 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
