1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Alpine A 310 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 310 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
