1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 23 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 24 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 315 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, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alpine A 310 | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 310 | Marea |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.5 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 | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |