1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Because 1972 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 1972 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1992 Renault 19 (181 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 310 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
