1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Ford Orion
To start off, 1991 Ford Orion is newer by 18 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 1,605 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 39 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Orion weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
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, 1991 Ford Orion, 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, 1973 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1991 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
