1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 22 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 1,605 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 77 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 1972 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 310 | Today |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |