1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 32 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 4 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 410 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio, 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio 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 | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 310 | Mobilio |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |