1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1994 Renault Safrane is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 549 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, 1994 Renault Safrane, 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, 1994 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Safrane 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 | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 310 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
