1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 310 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |