1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 107 is newer by 41 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 107. (54 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 107. 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, 2012 Peugeot 107, 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, 2012 Peugeot 107 (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 107 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 | 2012 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 310 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
