1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 490 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, 1992 Honda Prelude, 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude 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 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
