1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
