1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 24 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 26 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 395 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, 1997 Lancia Delta, 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, 1997 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Delta 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 | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 310 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
