1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 36 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima 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 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
