1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 25 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 685 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa 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 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 310 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
