1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 16 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 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 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 310 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
